As always the service and products are wonderful!! I tried to order when there was a 20% off sale and when I tried to check out the discount wouldn't go through. I emailed and got a response and I think it was taken care of. I've never had a problem ... other than being out of a product a couple of times, but that's expected. I just can't express my appreciation for Kathy and this store and the employees there. I have to be honest and say...I don't think I'd be doing cakes if it wasn't for Sweet Wise!!
Thanks for everything,
Sue

Books & Magazines

Everyone’s face lights up when cupcakes are served. Now, with Wilton Cupcakes!, you can make the most smile-worthy treats around. This exciting publication will show you how to make cupcakes that are colorful and fun inside and out with 320 amazing designs that are easy to create!

Witty, one-of-a-kind imaginative cupcake designs using candies from the local convenience store. America's favorite food photography team, responsible for the covers of America's top magazines, shows how to create funny, scary, and sophisticated masterpieces, using a zipper lock bag and common candies and snack items. With these easy-to-follow techniques, even the most kitchen-challenged cooks can raise a big-top circus cupcake tier for a kid's birthday plant candy vegetables on Oreo earth cupcakes for a garden party trot out a line of confectionery "pupcakes" for a dog fancier serve sausage and pepperoni pizza cupcakes...

The endlessly imaginative duo who turned cupcaking into a national pastime is back, with utterly new, eye-popping creations anyone can make. Create a racecar cupcake, a robot cupcake, or ravishing jewelry cupcakes for a birthday party. Surprise the family with Chinese takeout dinner cupcakes on April Fool's, or serve up a goofy chocolate moose. Captivate mom with a bouquet of long-stemmed-rose cupcakes, and build sand castle cupcakes with the kids. All you need are candies from the corner store and cake mix and canned frosting.

Smash the rules! Trash your cookbooks! Start baking cupcakes that will blow people's minds! Designed for cupcake lovers who are sick and tired of the same-old, play-it-safe options, Who You Callin' Cupcake?, written by the master chefs of Chicago's popular Bleeding Heart Bakery, shows inspired bakers how to create stunning alternatives that will rock their guests. These 75 recipes mix unusual ingredients that are as daring as they are delicious.

The forty-plus spectacular cupcake designs are accompanied by step-by-step directions and photographs for completing them. There are also instructions for fundamental techniques, as well as a list of the tools and materials you'll need. 128 pages, full color.

This book is a great collection of unique Christmas gift ideas and holiday decorations all made from delicious gingerbread. Anyone can create these little pieces of art following the step by step photo illustrated instructions.
Using this book, you can give creative and heartfelt gifts to your loved ones. Everyone will love these gifts and they can keep them forever if they wish, because gingerbread is made to keep. If they can't store them, then they are great for eating. These gifts have a traditional Christmas spirit, they smell wonderful, and can beautify any table setting (center pieces, napkin rings, and candle holders).

GINGERBREAD ACADEMY is a new book from the author of Gingerbread Christmas Wonderland and Animal Cookies. Delve into the beautiful and historic gingerbread art of Hungary, and learn how to create beautiful cookie gifts for yourself and others.

This book is a great reference for anyone who would like to decorate animal cookies. Cute animal figures are easier with this how-to book than you can imagine. The step-by-step instructions are accompanied by photographs of each individual step of the decorating process. Such simple instructions allow these adorable works of art to be made with ease by anyone willing to try. Each animal is labeled as to its degree of difficulty so even those of us with little to no experience can be successful at creating something extremely cute.

This book offers over 120 cupcake decorating ideas for decorators of all skills. Guided by simple-to follow instructions, decorators will find just how easy it is to create adorable and fun cupcakes. Projects are conveniently arranged by seasons and themes to inspire you whatever the occasion. Many cupcakes shown in this book use standard pans. Other cupcakes use standard pans creatively. This book also includes several icing recipes. Choose from glazes to pour over the cupcakes or fluffy icings to pipe or spread on the cupcakes. Learn how to create cupcakes with luscious filling inside. Melt-in-your mouth filling recipes include caramel, fudge and fruit fillings

Learn how to create over a dozen fabulous cookie bouquets for several occasions. The book begins with recipes, icing techniques and assembling instructions. See how to achieve perfect lettering on your cookies. Next are the eye-catching bouquets. Each bouquet has easy-to-follow directions. Instructions and ideas for mini bouquets for favors are also included. This book is ideal for all skill levels and is an excellent source of inspiration.

Whether you're hosting or simply attending, Wilton Cookie Exchange will help you bring excitement and fun to the party. From creative invitations and table decorations to cookie designs unlike any others, this is the book you need to make the day merry.

By Andrew Garrison Shotts. Insider tips for making designer-quality chocolates at home. More than 40 recipes for chocolates, truffles and confections are created using exotic and unique ingredients such as spices, herbs and more. Includes techniques and tips from a professional chocolatier. 176 pages, full color.

This ultimate book for candy making is filled with recipes, instructions and ideas. Almost every type of candy is included: mints, painted molds, 3-D chocolates, bonbons, truffles, turtles, toffee, hard candy, fondant centers, caramels, cherry cordials, fudges, and much more! Full color

Topics in this booklet include the cake decorating method of painting with cocoa powder or chocolate for a rich brown toned confectionery painting. This booklet also covers painting with food colors for a multi-colored effect.

Get ready for the most stick-tacular treats that ever popped up at a party! It's Pops!, the eye-popping new publication that will help you transform your celebration with sweets on a stick! With Pops!, traditional favorites like cake, cookies, brownies and cereal treats break away from the plate and stand up to join the celebration.
You'll discover over 250 amazing decorated pop ideas. Kids can hold a gumball machine, a sailboat, a dinosaur or even a decorated birthday cake in the palm of their hand.
We've also included a Pops Parade section--a gallery of over 100 treats arranged in 6 exciting decorating styles including fun flowers, tasty toppings, people shaped designs and elegant treats perfect for sweet tables at any big event. Plus, you'll find basic pop-making tips, step-by-step instructions and great ways to present pops at a party or as gifts.
Soft cover; 112 pages.

Author Toba Garrett. This book is an invaluable and beautifully illustrated hands-on guide for mastering every step of the planning and execution of picture-perfect wedding cakes-from the initial consulation to the gorgeous finished product. 280 pages, full color.

Begin with the basic recipes, including three batter recipes for 6" x 3" firm and moist round cakes, buttercream, rolled fondant, and royal icing, which is used for piping letters, dots, and other decorations. There are also descriptions for essential techniques, such as covering your cake with fondant and supporting modeling paste figures and objects. This information is followed by the amazing, fanciful designs.

This book is the perfect guide for creating your own elegant, designer-quality confections that will impress friends and family. With vivid color photographs, helpful advice from an expert baker, and an extensive how-to section, this book has all the information you need to make professional-quality cakes and cookies in your own home. 144 pages, full color.

Authors Geraldine Kidwell and Barbara Green. The wonderful world of sugar art and cake decorating come together in this new how-to book featuring decorative panorama eggs and sugar moldings. Whether you're a homemaker who enjoys adding that extra touch or a professional decorator, you'll marvel at the ways to add a seasonal touch to your creations. 128 pages, full color.

The future trend in cake design. Elegant and easy to follow cakes inspired by the beauty of jewelries and fashion. Tons of tips and instructions never published before. Wonderful detailed photographs of each cake showing all the minute details that will inspire the novice and professional cake decorators alike. 131 pages, full color.

Learn how to create flowers and butterflies using gelatin. This is a full color 30 page book. Step by step instructions and color photo's are included in this book to guide you in creating ythese works of art.

Over 80 recipes for those on a gluten-free or wheat-free diet. Treats for every occasion, including muffins, desserts, breads and more. Also includes a section just for kids in the kitchen! 144 pages, full color.

120 recipes for all types of cakes, perfect for any occasion. Includes classic and unique cake flavors as well as a variety of low-fat and gluten-free options. The introduction covers troubleshooting tips and notes on equipment and ingredients. 172 pages, full color.

Valuable quick reference and idea book for any decorator. Features five of the most popular decorating tip families and explains what each does. Shows the versatility of many tips by presenting varied cake designs. Soft cover, 48 pages.

Wilton presents today's most exciting new ways to display tiered cakes. Dramatic new shapes take center stage - including our unique globe pillar systems and separator sets which add a soft silhouette to any reception design. We've opened up fresh color and texture options as well, with our fabric-covered Tailored Tiers Display Set and Wrapped Pillars. The Tailored Tiers can also be wrapped with your choice of fabric, photos or patterned paper using the included acetate bands. Look inside for many more ways Wilton is building tiered cake excitement!